How does growth hormone exert its effects on growth
A)by stimulating production of somatomedins
B)by directly invoking gene activity
C)by elevating blood glucose levels
D)by increasing fat metabolism

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Growth hormone stimulates the liver to produce somatomedins (such as insulin-like growth factor 1 or IGF-1) which, in turn, promote growth by stimulating cell division, protein synthesis, and cartilage production.

How Does Growth Hormone Exert Its Effects on Growth